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College of William & Mary

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Welcome to William & Mary

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COLLEGE OF WILLIAM AND MARY TOUR | Williamsburg, VA

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Campus Profile - The College of William and Mary

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College Review: William & Mary

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Welcome to William & Mary!

The College of William & Mary is a public research university in Williamsburg, Virginia. Founded in 1693 by letters patent issued by King William III and Queen Mary II, it is the second-oldest institution of higher education in the United States, after Harvard University.
  • Colonial era: 1693–1776 

  • Revolution and transition 

  • Civil War, Reconstruction, and the early 20th century 

  • 1930–present 

  • Campus 

  • Organization and administration 

  • Academics 

  • Academic departments 

  • Student body and admissions 

  • Public service 

  • Rankings 

  • Publications 

  • Faculty 

  • Campus activities 

  • Honor system 

  • Traditions 

  • Fraternities and sororities 

  • The Queen's Guard 

  • Music 

  • Comedy groups 

  • Athletics